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Write the equation of a line that is parallel to y =-3/2x-1 and that passes through the point (4.6).

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Answer:

The given line is in the standard "slope-intercept" format: y = mx + b, so the slope is -3/2. This will also be the slope of the new equation.

To find b, simply plug in the slope for m, and plug in the given point for x and y. Then you can solve for b.

Explanation:

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